ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

nA 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only this appliance be provided.

nThis washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug.

nTo minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

nIf codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

nDo not ground to a gas pipe.

nCheck with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded.

nDo not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

DRAIN SYSTEM

Drain system can be installed using a floor drain,

wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Select method you need.

Floor standpipe drain system

Floor drain system

 

39"

4.5"

(990 mm)

 

(114 mm)

 

Minimum diameter for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Minimum

carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If you must install higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system.

Wall standpipe drain system

4.5"

(114 mm)

See requirements for floor standpipe drain system.

Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in your “Use and Care Guide”. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.)

Laundry tub drain system

4.5"

 

(114 mm)

39"

(990 mm)

Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer.

IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of wash tub. Secure drain hose with cable tie.

Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with product. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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Maytag MVWX600B, MVWX500B, MVWX7000A Electrical Requirements, Drain System, Floor standpipe drain system Floor drain system

MVWX7000A, MVWX500B, MVWX600B specifications

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